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Human Performance Outliers Podcast
Episode 418: Hot Cold Contrast - Dr. Jess Tranchina
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Episode 418: Hot Cold Contrast - Dr. Jess Tranchina

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Dr. Jess Tranchina is a PT, DPT, NASM-CPT, A.R.T Certified Provider, CKTP. She has been an athlete most of her life. Training and competing in runs from the 5K to 50ks, triathlons from the sprint distance to Ironman distance, strength competitions, and figure competitions has provided her with opportunities to train from the best, learn from the best, be treated by the best, and compete with the best. Competing, racing, and trial and error have taught her the importance of proper conditioning, nutrition, hydration, prehab, pliability and recovery.

Episode Transcript

Topics & Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction to the Human Performance Outliers Podcast

00:05:52 Mountain Training for Leadville 100

00:11:34 Importance of Perceived Effort in Training

00:17:27 The Three Pillars of Recovery and Training at Generator Lab

00:23:00 Benefits of Strength Training for Runners

00:28:53 Benefits of Infrared vs. Dry Saunas

00:40:37 Cold Plunging: Impact on Recovery and Performance

00:46:08 Managing Inflammation for Runners

00:51:47 Understanding Graduated Compression for Lymphedema

01:04:00 Benefits of Red Light Therapy

01:14:50 Benefits and Origins of Cold Plunging

01:20:24 Balancing Career and Running Passion

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